interpolate
verb (used with object)
to introduce (something additional or extraneous) between other things or parts; interject; interpose; intercalate.
has interpolated
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present perfectof interpolate (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Gertrude helps to highlight some of the feminist aspects that Mr. Martin has interpolated into the Sternheim comedy.
From New York Times ● Jun. 17, 2016
With the permission of the Wilder estate, Chris Abraham, the director of Stratford’s production, has interpolated some small bits from “The Merchant of Yonkers” and Guthrie’s prompt script into the published text.
From New York Times ● Aug. 26, 2012
But Mr. Sullivan has interpolated a moment that makes us sympathize with both Helena and Bertram more than we usually do.
From New York Times ● Aug. 11, 2011
The play's underlying tensions are mimed in a wordless dream sequence that Ciulei has interpolated.
From Time Magazine Archive
The latter no doubt included the three former, which the continuer has interpolated and lengthened.
From Life of St. Francis of Assisi by Louise Seymour Houghton
